TIP repair
Also written as: TIP — Tubularized Incised Plate
Tubularized incised plate repair technique for hypospadias surgery involving incision and tubularization of the urethral plate.
Full Definition
A widely used single-stage surgical technique for distal and midshaft hypospadias repair, formally known as tubularized incised plate urethroplasty. The procedure involves making a longitudinal incision in the urethral plate to allow tension-free tubularization over a catheter, creating a neourethra that extends to the glans tip. Developed by Snodgrass, this technique has become the standard approach for most primary hypospadias repairs due to its excellent cosmetic and functional outcomes with low complication rates. The method preserves urethral plate tissue while allowing adequate mobilization for tension-free anastomosis.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize TIP as it's a specific eponymous procedure; may reference Snodgrass technique.
In Context
- "TIP repair provided excellent cosmetic results with a slit-like meatus at the glans tip." — Post-operative follow-up
- "The distal hypospadias was successfully corrected using the TIP repair technique." — Operative report